Construction Technician (Consultancy)

Jaza is a solar energy start-up, working to power Sub-Saharan Africa, where there are over 600,000,000 people living without electricity.

Jaza believes that a mix of people, technology and capital can connect Jaza’s market to the future of how people live and work around the world.

The company builds solar-powered shops, called hubs, which are used to charge batteries customers use to power their homes. A single hub serves hundreds of households. The company employs women from each Jaza community to run the service, empowering the Jaza team to become leaders, entrepreneurs and drivers of economic growth within their communities.

For more information on what we are building, check out www.jazaenergy.com

Jaza’s purpose is to light up a continent and our mission is to “Put Stars on the Map”.

In the future, we will all thrive, and not just the few that happen to be born lucky. Everyone will have access to the opportunities they need to grow from scarcity to abundance. This future will be built on a foundation of clean, reliable energy. We will connect everyone, even those born in the village or from the wrong part of town.

We can build this future. It won’t be easy but nothing worthwhile ever is. We will have to make sacrifices and we will have to achieve more than we ever imagined possible. We will work hard and dream big, working together with the people that share our vision.

Position Overview:

The Construction Technician is responsible with assessing assigned sites for identifying possible service locations for setting up a Jaza Hub or Shop, leasing the service location, renovating and installing all necessary assets for the acquisition complete process.

The Construction Technician plays a critical role in translating validated sites into operational Jaza locations, maintaining high-quality standards while meeting acquisition targets.

Accountabilities:

Ensure that all sites assigned to them are visited and assessed to identify possible service location for setting up Jaza Hub or Shop
Perform all necessary steps identified for the acquisition of a site (site assessment, leasing, renovation and Installation
Through following the well outlined steps in the acquisition process keep the rework rate for any acquisition actions at ≤5%.
Ensure that quality standards are observed and maintained for the site acquisition, renovation, and installation processes
Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and landlords across the region

Responsibilities:

Site Assessment and Leasing Process:

Visit sites and fill out site assessments for possible service locations approvals
Negotiate on lease, ensuring to stay within set budget
Issue lease and ensure proper documentation and filling of all associated paperwork
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the leasing process

Renovation and Installation Process:

Identify and communicate all necessary renovations required for each assessed location
Identify and communicate on any vendors or contractors required for the process
Ensure that all quality control protocols are followed and maintained throughout the process of renovation and installation
Ensure that all company policies on asset request and shipment are followed for installation of a Hub or Shop furniture
Ensure sites acquired meet structural and safety requirements before commissioning

Quality Assurance:

Ensure that company set quality standards on the acquisition process are observed
Flag any issues that may compromise quality assurance and suggest any possible mitigations
Ensure all quality assurance documentation has been appropriately filled and submitted
Maintain the rework rate for acquisition steps at ≤5% by ensuring that all outlined steps for acquisition are followed.

Reporting and Communication:

Provide regular updates to the Construction Engineer on acquisition progress
Present acquisition data and insights during expansion team meetings
Document and report key metrics including sites leased, sites acquired, rework rate and monthly site rental rate.
Escalate critical issues that may impact acquisition timelines or quality
Contribute to the refinement of acquisition criteria and processes

Qualifications:

Diploma in a relevant field such as construction management, civil engineering
Experience in property management, construction management, or facilities management
Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing teams
Strong negotiation skills for lease arrangements and vendor contracts
Knowledge of construction standards and quality control processes
Excellent project management skills with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical skills for evaluating site renovation needs and budgets
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Willingness to travel frequently to remote locations